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The Cowboys have right of first refusal and the opportunity to match any deal Irving gets from another team. If they choose not to match, then the Cowboys would get a second-round pick as compensation.

As much as the Cowboys would like Irving around for 16 games to pair with Pro Bowl defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence as a potent pass-rushing combo, while seeing if he can fulfill his immense talent and potential, they also wouldn’t mind picking up that extra second-round pick.

The Cowboys could have removed the chance of an offer sheet by placing a first-rounder tender on Irving, guaranteeing him, $4.14 million. The difference in money of $1.2 million is not that significant.

So the decision to go with the lower tag speaks volumes.

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As expected, the Cowboys did not extend even the low tender of $1.9 million to Smith, making him an unrestricted free agent. The Cowboys value Smith as a lead blocker and contributions on special teams.

But they felt $1.9 million was too much for the minimal snaps he plays.

The Cowboys would like to sign Smith to a multi-year contract extension at a lower rate, but he is going to test the market as well.

The Atlanta Falcons are a team that is expected to be interested in his services.

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